Boy on man's shoulders--Children

1941-1945

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a photograph of a child sitting on the shoulders of an adult amidst a crowd. In the foreground, a child is perched on the shoulder of an adult, who is seen from behind. The photograph captures the child from a low angle against a bright sky. In the background, a large building with stone walls and a tall, narrow, arched window is visible. The crowd below consists of figures mostly facing away from the camera, adding to the dynamic feel of the scene. The use of black and white film creates a timeless quality, with contrasting shadows adding depth to the image.
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Provenance

The artist, New York; gift to NGA, 1994.

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Wikidata ID

Q64161026

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